Swarthmore College
Location
Swarthmore, Pennsylvania
Salary
$50,000 - $53,000 / YEAR
Assist the Director of Sports Performance in designing and instructing strength and conditioning programs for nearly 500 student-athletes across 20 varsity sports. Additionally, the role involves teaching Physical Education courses and maintaining the Matchbox Fitness Center.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Health/Exercise Science or a related field and 1-3 years of relevant experience. Candidates must hold CSCS or SCCC certifications, as well as Adult First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications.
Swarthmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, whose mission combines academic rigor with social responsibility. Swarthmore has a strong institutional commitment to inclusive excellence and nondiscrimination in its educational program and employment practices and encourages candidates who will further advance the goal of fostering a diverse and inclusive community. As one of the nation’s finest institutions of higher learning, Swarthmore College is global in outlook and draws students from around the nation and world. The 425‐acre campus is a designated arboretum, complete with gardens, rolling lawns, a creek, wooded hills, and hiking trails in the Crum Woods.
A member of the NCAA Division III and the Centennial Conference, Swarthmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, whose mission combines academic rigor with social responsibility. Swarthmore has a strong institutional commitment to inclusive excellence and nondiscrimination in its educational program and employment practices and encourages candidates who will further advance the goal of fostering a diverse and inclusive community.
The Department of Athletics, Physical Education, and Recreation actively seeks and welcomes applications from candidates with exceptional qualifications, particularly those with demonstrable commitments to a more inclusive society and world.
As a member of the Department of Athletics, Physical Education, & Recreation, the Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach will assist the Director of Sports Performance with all facets of the program. Responsibilities include but are not limited to designing and instructing comprehensive and/or sport-specific strength and conditioning programs, ensuring facility and equipment maintenance, and teaching Physical Education courses as assigned.
The Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach will support the mission and values of the college and the department, and must adhere to all institutional, Centennial Conference, and NCAA policies. This position requires working collaboratively and communicating effectively with student-athletes, coaches, and staff. Prioritization of student health, safety, and well-being is essential.
The Assistant Coach may also have other essential responsibilities within the Department, based on Departmental needs and/or the candidate’s skills and experiences, as assigned by the Director of Athletics, Physical Education, and Recreation, and/or Athletics Administration. This is a full-time, 12-month position.
You’ll work at one of the world's most renowned liberal arts Colleges, with incredible benefits, a stunning 420-acre campus, and a collaborative work environment. Join a team of passionate, creative people who work hard and have fun supporting the College students, faculty, and staff.
We want to hear from you if you are excited about this role!
The market range for this position is $50,000-$53,000 per year, which represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting. The salary offered is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, experience and education of the final selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.
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An education verification is required for this position because a college degree is a required qualification for this position.
Preview our Benefits Flyer [https://publicstorage.dc4.pageuppeople.com/819/ClientPublicFile/f0219291-7d1d-40ac-8b6e-6d9a77d17b3d.pdf]. We offer benefit plans starting at zero cost! Upon benefit eligibility, the College contributes 10% of an employee’s salary to their retirement account. Employees are 100% vested in their accounts on the date participation begins.
2026 Swarthmore Benefits Guidebook [https://mybenefits.nfp.com/Swarthmore/2026/guidebook/]
Retirement Plans [https://www.swarthmore.edu/human-resources/retirement-plans]
Tuition Grant Program [https://www.swarthmore.edu/human-resources/tuition-grant-program]
Tuition Reimbursement Program [https://www.swarthmore.edu/human-resources/tuition-reimbursement-program]
Swarthmore College is committed to creating a culture of respect and inclusion so that every member of our community feels a sense of belonging. We actively seek and welcome candidates with diverse perspectives and experiences, exceptional qualifications, and a demonstrable commitment to a more inclusive society and world. Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any identity or characteristic protected by law or College Policy.
Market context
Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach roles in Pennsylvania are often competitive because schools and athletic programs look for candidates who can support athlete development, safety, and year-round training operations. This posting stands out for requiring a bachelor’s degree, 1–3 years of experience, and CSCS or SCCC plus current Adult First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications; review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time before applying. A practical next step is to confirm your certifications are current and tailor your resume to show hands-on programming, supervision, and athlete support experience.
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